Bagworms should begin hatching NOW through – 4 weeks in NJ, beginning in the southern regions. Now is an optimal time to get this pest on your radar and prepare materials or approaches to attack first/second instar caterpillars. The control window for this pest is typically between 600-900 GDD50 when they begin to hatch and […]
Continue reading...May 24, 2023 Wes Kline and Meredith Melendez
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Changes to Audit Costs
USDA has just announced that proposed audit fees for the Harmonized and GAP/GHP audits will increase to $155 per hour. The average Harmonized Audit runs anywhere from 12 to 15 hours, GAP/GHP audits average 5 to 10 hours. The current fee is $132 per hour. For anyone who needs an audit try to schedule before […]
Continue reading...May 23, 2023 Hemant Gohil
South Jersey Tree Fruit Twilight Meeting – II
May 31st @ 5 – 7 pm Summit City Orchards: 500 University Blvd. Glassboro, NJ 08028 Pesticide credits applied Category: 1A, PP2, 10 4:45 pm Gather at the Parking lot of the Summit City Winery (above address) 5:00 pm Peach Fruit Thinning – Physiology and Methods Daniel Ward, Extension Specialist, Pomology, Rutgers NJAES. Demonstration of […]
Continue reading...May 17, 2023 Dave Schmitt and Kaitlin Quinn
Tree Fruit IPM Report for May 18. 2023
Peach: Bacterial Spot: Generally we recommend starting at 0.5 ozs metallic copper and gradually lowering the rate as the season progresses. The rate applied will depend on the formulation. Dr. Lalancette published a chart listing common copper formulations and rates for peach and nectarine applications. Avoid combining copper with captan especially if it has been […]
Continue reading...May 17, 2023 Wes Kline
Fruit and Vegetable Grower Feedback Needed on Produce Safety Costs, Needs, and Barriers
Time is running out to give feedback. We would like to ensure that there is good representation from all types of growers across the country so please share this announcement across your grower networks. Below is a table summarizing response numbers by state so you can see how your state is represented. The Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) […]
Continue reading...May 17, 2023 Tim Waller
Application for Cost-Share Grant Funding for Installation of Deer Fencing on UNPRESERVED Farmland – Out NOW
“The NJDA Deer Fencing Program makes cost-sharing funding available for the installation of deer fencing on unpreserved farms. The program is conducted in accordance with N.J.S.A 4:40-6.1.” Please click here for the full application, eligibility, and other important information Timing is important if considering this program. NJDA began accepting applications on 5/15/23.
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